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Show Up and Lead with Dr. Nancy Pavisich is your essential guide to authentic, confident, and inclusive leadership. Each episode delivers practical tools and inspiring insights to help you overcome barriers, embrace your strengths, and lead with clarity, courage, and purpose. Tune in and learn how to create environments where individuals and teams thrive.

  1. 1d ago

    Rewiring How We Lead: The Neuroscience of Leadership

    In this episode of the "Show Up and Lead" podcast, host Nancy Pavisich sat down with Dr Vish Ramakonar, an ICF-accredited leadership coach and Certified Neuro Change Solutions consultant, whose 20+ year career spans IT project leadership, PRINCE2 and Agile training, and lecturing at Edith Cowan University. The conversation offers a masterclass in self-leadership, unpacking what actually happens in the brain and body under stress, why up to 95% of our reactions run on autopilot, and how leaders can consciously choose who they want to be rather than defaulting to old patterns. Drawing on the neuroscience behind Dr Joe Dispenza's work and years of coaching senior leaders, this episode is packed with practical tools for anyone who wants to lead from a calmer, more self-aware place. We hope you enjoy this episode.

    Rewiring How We Lead: The Neuroscience of Leadership

  2. Sep 21

    Authentic Leadership, Emotional Discipline & the Power of Mentorship

    In this episode of the "Show Up and Lead" podcast, host Nancy Pavisich sat down with Pasquale Princi, founder and group managing partner of SEER, a modern professional services firm, and a leader shaped by his family's 75-year-old Fremantle business. The conversation offers a grounded look at what it takes to lead with authenticity in a professional world that often rewards politics over people. Pasquale shares the leadership principles he carried from his family; respect, consistency, and treating people as equals regardless of position and how he's adapted them for his own team of 31 across two countries. He speaks candidly about becoming a partner at 23 in an industry where seniority is usually equated with age, the emotional discipline he's had to develop as a leader, and why he believes every leader needs a mentor, particularly one outside their own industry. We hope you enjoy this episode.

    Authentic Leadership, Emotional Discipline & the Power of Mentorship

  3. Aug 25

    Before You Lead Others, Can You Lead Yourself?

    In this episode of the Show Up and Lead podcast, host Dr Nancy Pavisich sits down with Paul Faix, a businessman, former diplomat, community leader, author and passionate advocate for helping people reach their potential. The conversation explores leadership as a journey that begins with self-awareness. Drawing on his diverse life and leadership experiences, Paul shares his perspective on understanding our motives, developing others, recognising when people are ready to grow and why good leaders need to protect the “givers” within their teams. Paul also reflects on courage, resilience and his own search for freedom, offering a thought-provoking reminder that before we can effectively lead others, we first need to understand how we lead ourselves. We hope you enjoy this episode.

    Before You Lead Others, Can You Lead Yourself?

  4. Jul 29

    Leading Like a Team, Not a Title

    In this episode of the "Show Up and Lead" series, host Dr Nancy Pavisich sits down with Ben Kosterich, co-director of Pod Wave Studios, to unpack what leadership looks like when it's built on trust rather than authority. Drawing on a lifelong background in team sport and his experience growing a young production team, Ben shares honest, practical insights on leading by example, keeping communication genuinely open, and meeting mistakes with calm curiosity instead of blame. Whether you're leading a team, a business, or simply helping someone else find their voice, this conversation offers a grounded, human take on what it really means to show up and lead. We hope you enjoy this episode.

    Leading Like a Team, Not a Title

  5. Jul 1

    Building Trust in the Age of Algorithms: Leading with Heart in an AI-Driven World

    In this episode of the "Show Up and Lead" podcast, host Nancy Pavisich sat down with Ron Forlee a seasoned architect, property developer, author, and now a leader in the artificial intelligence (AI) space. The conversation offers a masterclass in leadership, especially for those navigating the intersection of technology and people. Drawing from Ron’s diverse background and decades of experience, this episode is packed with actionable insights for leaders seeking to integrate AI thoughtfully while maintaining a strong, values-driven team culture. We hope you enjoy this episode.

    Building Trust in the Age of Algorithms: Leading with Heart in an AI-Driven World

  6. Jun 17

    Roundtable Discussion on Leadership That Lifts Others

    What does leadership that truly lifts others look like in practice?  In this special roundtable discussion, Dr Nancy Pavisich is joined by Perry Lelati, Carmel Philippe, and Michael Burgess to explore the ideas behind her latest book, Leadership That Lifts Others.  Together, they discuss the critical role relationships play in effective leadership, how trust and psychological safety are built, the importance of self-awareness, and why courageous conversations remain one of the most challenging yet essential responsibilities of leadership.  Throughout the conversation, the panel shares personal experiences and practical insights on:  • Creating environments where people feel seen, heard, and valued  • Building trust in both face-to-face and remote teams  • Leading through uncertainty and change  • Balancing accountability with compassion  • Navigating courageous conversations with confidence  • Supporting people through self-doubt and growth  • Developing future leaders through empowerment and mentoring  • Creating workplace cultures where people can thrive  The discussion reinforces a powerful message found throughout the book:  Leadership is not about being the best in the room. It is about helping others become their best because you were in the room.  Whether you are an experienced executive, an emerging leader, a business owner, educator, or team manager, this conversation offers practical strategies and meaningful reflections that can help strengthen your leadership approach and positively influence those around you.  📚 Leadership That Lifts Others by Dr Nancy Pavisich is available now on Amazon and through Reframe WA Consulting.  🔔 Subscribe for more leadership conversations, practical insights, and resources designed to help leaders show up, lead well, and create lasting impact.

    Roundtable Discussion on Leadership That Lifts Others

  7. Jun 3

    Scaling Leadership Without Losing The Learner

    In this episode of the "Show Up and Lead" podcast, Dr Nancy Pavisich sits down with Dr. Cathy Cavanaugh, an accomplished leader in education and the private sector. Drawing from decades of experience across teaching, higher education, and organisational leadership, Dr. Cavanaugh offered a masterclass in what it means to lead with care, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning. Whether you’re building a new team, navigating organisational change, or seeking to deepen your leadership impact, Dr. Cavanaugh’s advice is both practical and profound. Let us know what you think in the comments.

    Scaling Leadership Without Losing The Learner

  8. May 20

    Breath Leadership

    In the latest episode of the "Show Up and Lead" podcast, host Dr Nancy Pavisich sits down with Carol Segal, an expert in breath leadership, to explore a topic that’s often overlooked in leadership circles: the power of breath.   Drawing from decades of experience in corporate leadership, voice coaching, and her current PhD research, Carol shares how conscious breathing can transform not only individual wellbeing but also team dynamics, emotional intelligence, and organisational culture.  This podcast offers a comprehensive guide for leaders, educators, and anyone interested in harnessing the science and art of breath for better leadership and wellbeing.

    Breath Leadership
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Show Up and Lead with Dr. Nancy Pavisich is your essential guide to authentic, confident, and inclusive leadership. Each episode delivers practical tools and inspiring insights to help you overcome barriers, embrace your strengths, and lead with clarity, courage, and purpose. Tune in and learn how to create environments where individuals and teams thrive.

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